Chatham-Kent Mayor Randy Hope accepts host community fees from Progressive Waste officials December 3, 2015. (Photo by Simon Crouch) Ridge Landfill earned Chatham-Kent $2.3-million this year.
The payment is part of a host community agreement between Progressive Waste Solutions and the municipality.
"The royalty is based upon how much material we receive at the Ridge Landfill. Since 2000 our royalties have totalled roughly $19.5-million back to the municipality," says George South, area manager (Ontario) for Progressive Waste.
South estimates the landfill will reach capacity within the next seven to eight years.
Larry Hutchins is running to be one of two Ward 7 councillors, representing the northeast part of Chatham.
The Detroit Tigers beat the Toronto Blue Jays, while the Pistons are headed to Game 7
The event was a formal tribute to the professionals who serve serve as the backbone of local health care.
No injuries are reported after a shed fire west of Wallaceburg, but damage is estimated at $150,000.
A house fire in Chatham has caused an estimated $250,000 in damage.
Sandra Dorner is running to be one of two Ward 8 councillors, representing the south part of Chatham.
